2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Blackhawk | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
